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Into Africa
- Africa by Motorcycle - Every Day an Adventure
- Narrated by: Sam Manicom
- Series: Every Day an Adventure, Book 1
- Length: 10 hrs and 47 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Release date: 14-08-12
- Language: English
- Publisher: Open Book Audio
- Whispersync for Voice-ready
Regular price: £24.09
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Summary
A liberating motorcycle journey through Africa with descriptions of the amazing people and places, the joy of big skies and the open road, and the sometimes harrowing events that would shape destiny.
Into Africa tells the story of a novice motorcyclist who takes on the challenge of riding the length of the continent just because, 'it seemed like a great idea’. Sam Manicom had only planned to take a temporary break from his successful retail career, but the one-year ride was so life-changing that he continued adventuring around the world for another seven years, covering 55 countries and 200,000 miles. Sam had no idea how liberating motorcycle travel would be. Revelling in a new-found freedom without timetables or routines, he became fascinated by his ability to explore side roads at a whim and reach remote parts of the continent that many travellers never find. Though Africa is just 5,000 miles from top to toe, Sam explored over 22,000 miles on every kind of road imaginable.
Narrated by Sam, ride with him as he describes Africa's amazing people and places, the joy of big skies and the open road, and the sometimes harrowing events that would shape his destiny. This is a genuine tale of the unexpected.
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- Roger Spackman
- Exeter, England
- 21-08-14
A mad choice leads to a brilliant adventure!
Would you listen to Into Africa again? Why?
Definitely, I have read the book and was pleased to hear it in Sam ' s own words.
What other book might you compare Into Africa to, and why?
I don't generally read travel books, they aren't my thing so can only be compared to Sam ' s other works... of which Under Asian Skies is the only one available on audio book yet.... I seriously encourage him to publish the others in audio format.
What about Sam Manicom’s performance did you like?
It is very personal and makes you feel like you are with him... His written work does this too... but hearing his voice makes it work even better.
Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
As a biker myself I have to laugh at some of the rookie mistakes I remember making myself... but in Sam ' s case he did it on a.mad adventure for a rookie to take on. RESPECT!
I believe his insight into culture is also important as there are many misconceptions in the western world that he puts right.
Any additional comments?
Sam is a brilliant story teller who makes you feel like you are travelling with him. The fact he narrates his own books makes it more personal.
While this is about a man riding his motorcycle the bike itself is only the vehicle. .. bit he metaphorically and literally and allows for the adventure.
This book is great for both people who love bikes as well as those who have never been near one.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
- Graham
- Shepton Mallet, United Kingdom
- 15-12-12
Excellent
Really enjoyable. Excellent narration. Please can we have more audible books from Sam Manicom
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
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- Paulplex
- 24-02-18
makes me want to pass my motorcycle test!
Great book: but the editing is a problem - with subtle background hiss cutting to absolute silence frequently, which breaks up the flow of the narrative. Still, the story was good and the reading by the author superb.
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- Fiona Luck
- 20-11-17
What a ride
Everyday an Adventure has to be my favourite series in my library, if you have a passion for motorcycles or adventure then this is something I can wholeheartedly recommend.
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- A. Ritchie
- Guernsey
- 05-01-15
A real motorcycle adventure
What did you like most about Into Africa?
I listened to this book whilst on my own motorcycle adventure, riding across Canada on dirt roads. I was constantly nodding in agreement with the experiences Sam was writing about.
What does Sam Manicom bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?
Reading a book can be rather abstract, you never know whether the author is stretching the truth. By reading the book himself, feel a real connection to his experiences on the road.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
Sam talks about having an guardian angel watching over him and how even some of the worst events resulted in unexpected experiences. This resonated very strong with my own experiences on the road.
Any additional comments?
I would recommend this as essential material for anyone considering an adventure... or any armchair adventurers that wants to get a real feel of life on the road.
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- Martin
- 28-11-14
One of the best motorcycle travel books
Where does Into Africa rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
One of the best
What did you like best about this story?
he did what most would love to do and tells it so it makes you want to do it
What does Sam Manicom bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?
Have read all the books but audio seems to make it more real
Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
Different emotions , you cannot help but feel them
Any additional comments?
Sams voice is perfect for the audio book , if he needs another job he could make a good living out of telling other peoples stories
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- CableKoo
- 22-08-18
Great story for anyone, not just motorcycle nuts
What a pleasant surprise to find such a gem of a book. I honestly can''t remember what prompted me to buy this. Haven't ridden a bike in years and I didn't know Sam was a successful author before I bought it but am glad I did.
He really brings alive the joy, trials, slog, fun, fear, danger and magnitude of his trip. I secretly envy his attitude to life and how easily he just got on with whatever was thrown at him be it people or situations; squalor or beauty.
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- Martyn Thompson
- SW, UK
- 08-04-18
An everyday guy on a once in a lifetime adventure.
What did you like most about Into Africa?
Into Africa is the first of four books from Sam Manicom, and later with Birgit Schünemann, his adventure and life companion in 'Distant Suns' and 'Tortillas & Totems'. Sam narrates all four books himself and for me this linked the books together. I listen to books whilst I ride and familiarity with a character is key to the story. Sam comes across as 'you and I' has no pretense of experience or superhuman ability, just a chap who wanted to travel and chose a motorcycle as his vehicle to make it happen. Obviously as with us all, as soon as he did he was hooked. Throughout 'Into Africa' you get to know Sam and Libby (his bike), and encounter all the trials, trails and tribulations as well as the life lessons a mammoth bike adventure can provide.
Who was your favorite character and why?
Sam, narrating his own words, brings a context to his adventure you can only hear in the voice of the person who lived them. It takes no time at all to get to know when Sam is re-living his adventures whilst reading to you. you can feel the emotion, pain and elation with each encounter. I wish more authors read their own work but foremost wish more authors had the backing to make more books audible.
What about Sam Manicom’s performance did you like?
Sam's adventure is within reach of us all, this is something evident in every encounter. His ability to see the best in anything (until proven otherwise) is a breath of fresh air and certainly said to me that 90% of doing anything is simply 'In the mind', you change that and anything is possible.
Any additional comments?
Highly recommend this and the other books in the series as adventure books and life lessons to be absorbed and taken with you on an adventure of your own.
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- Aircooled68
- UK
- 06-12-17
Excellent
I'm not a great reader of books, thanks to the audio version I finally got to hear the book and it's excellent, felt like I was there with him, couldn't wait to listen to the others,
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- Thomas Rimell
- 22-11-17
this book was very good loved the adventure
this was a brilliant book, made me laugh and had a great story, first hand of riding through Africa, didn't want it to end.
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- Paul V Hoffman
- 31-05-17
Living a Dream
Would you consider the audio edition of Into Africa to be better than the print version?
I very much enjoyed the print version. The audio version which is in fact narrated by the author gave me the feel of a friend telling me a story of far off travels and the good and bad that can be experienced on such a journey.
What other book might you compare Into Africa to and why?
Ted Simon's Jupiter's Travels is similar in that it is adventure travel by motorcycle.
Have you listened to any of Sam Manicom’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
This was my first and I thought is was fantastic.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Yes, this would be a great way to spend a relaxing day. I really like the way the narration gives a bit of a pause (musically) between chapters. It gave me a feel for the cultural adventure which lay ahead.
Any additional comments?
For anyone who has ever considered dropping everything and traveling the world. This book will give you the feel and flavor for such an adventure and the reality of what such an adventure could entail.
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- Scooterboy
- 09-12-15
Amazing tales.
Having spent over 5 years in Africa working at various U. S. Embassies, this audio book stuck a heart felt cord with me. Sam's descriptive abilities puts you right into the adventure and I can vouch for his accuracy. This story is not about motorcycles, but shows what the real Africa is like, which can only be experienced by motorcycle. Read or hear this book. You will be enlightened.
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- TDeck
- 02-11-17
An exceptional vicarious adventure
Into Africa is a brilliant tale told by the author himself. The sense of adventure is sharpened by hearing it told by the same individual who experienced it. You can sense how the trip effected him on a personal level, as I'm sure it would have effected virtually all of us. The crackling sound of a campfire would have made you believe you were there, with him, hearing the stories first hand.
Exceptional descriptions paint a picture of these strange and exotic locations. The listener feels themselves being transformed by the adventure, and comes away with a new perspective on this remarkable continent. I truly enjoyed the audio format of this great book. For those who have not been able to travel far and wide, sit back and enjoy taking part in a fantastic adventure to another world.
Well done Mr Manicom!
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- kacey elkins
- 29-09-17
great story!
I met Sam at the AIMExpo and after meeting him I had to hear more of his story and it did not disappoint, THIS Book will make you want to get out on your own rideing adventure! cant wait to listen to the rest of his books .
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- JoeInAtlanta
- 02-10-17
Great story!
Great story of adventure, misfortune, and mishap! Narrated by the author which helps convey the emotions he felt during this exciting trip. Excellent voice and spoken with great clarity! Can't recommend enough!
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- bkfist
- 25-07-17
Very entertaining, well read
I enjoyed this book and am now on the second book in this series (which, so far, is also very good)
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- Jan
- 01-05-17
Very interesting story
Would you listen to Into Africa again? Why?
I don't tend to listen to stories all over... But I found it an interesting travel story, loaded with adventure and background information. I could almost feel sitting on the bike myself. Made me more positive about Africa.
What about Sam Manicom’s performance did you like?
It's very well read, good intonation and easy to understand.
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- Allen
- 25-04-17
Excellent Story For the Adventure Junkie in All of Us!
I love that the book is narrated by the author. A first person account seems way mor authentic. Well done!
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- Anonymous User
- 24-04-17
Amazing
Absolutely amazing book the story is just inspiring thank you Sam and everyone who help Sam for the privilege of listening to this amazing book
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- Amazon Customer
- 03-12-16
Amazing narrative honest and humble!
I could see the faces of the people and described. I could feel sensr their emotions both painful and joyful. Finally I felt like I was on the motorcycle with Sam feeling the bumps and jolts. There were times when I thought I was in Africa breathing the road test swatting flies and mosquitoes exclamation point